GE Water System GXUL30Z User Manual

GE Appliances  
Water Filtration System  
Owners Manual  
GXUT05Z  
GXUV10Z  
Faucet & Base  
GXUL30Z  
GXEM01Z  
GXUT05Z, GXUV10Z, and  
GXUL30Z are tested and certified  
to ANSI/NSF Standard 42 for  
particulate reduction Class I,  
chlorine reduction Class I and  
taste and odor reduction.  
GXUV10Z is tested and certified  
to ANSI/NSF Standard 53 for  
volatile organic chemical  
reduction.  
GXUL30Z is tested and certified  
to ANSI/NSF Standard 53 for  
cyst, turbidity and lead  
reduction.  
Part No. 215C1002P007–1 Pub. No. 49-5830-1 10-97 CG  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.  
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.  
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For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of  
WARNING! property damage or personal injury.  
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS  
Check with your local public works department  
WARNING: Do not use with water that is  
microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality  
without adequate disinfection before or after  
the system. Systems certified for cyst reduction  
may be used on disinfected water that may contain  
filterable cysts.  
for plumbing codes. You must follow these  
guidelines as you install the water filtration  
system.  
Use the water filtration system on a potable,  
safe-to-drink, home COLD water supply only.  
The filter cartridges will not purify the water,  
or make it safe to drink.  
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Do not use on a hot water supply (100°F. max.)  
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PROPER INSTALLATION  
This water filtration system must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation  
Instructions before it is used. If you did not receive Installation Instructions, you can receive one by calling  
us toll-free at the GE Answer Center® 800.626.2000.  
Install or store where it will not be exposed to  
Your water filtration system will withstand up to  
temperatures below freezing or exposed to any type  
of weather. Water freezing in the system will break  
it. Do not attempt to treat water over 100°F.  
125 pounds per square inch (psi) water pressure.  
If your house water supply pressure is higher than  
100 psi, install a pressure reducing valve before  
installing the water filtration system.  
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material after installation. Small parts remaining  
after installation could be a choke hazard.  
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Read and follow this Safety Information carefully.  
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Specification guidelines.  
Many bad tastes and/or odors are removed from water using activated carbon filter cartridges. They are  
most often used to remove a chlorine taste and odor. They can also reduce other undesirable elements  
from drinking water supplies, such as organic chemical contaminants and lead.  
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NOTE: Small amounts of hydrogen sulfide (noticeable as “rotten egg” odor) may be reduced by taste  
and odor filters for a short time, but the carbon media is quickly exhausted. Other water conditioning  
equipment is usually required for the continuous treatment of hydrogen sulfide.  
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The GE water filtration system uses two filter cartridges.  
(The filters are sold separately for model GXEM01Z01.)  
Filter I  
Filter II (Optional filter choices)  
IIa. FXUTa deluxe taste and odor filter cartridge  
3000 gallons  
I. FXUSa sediment/taste and odor filter cartridge  
Reduces unpleasant tastes, odors, dirt,  
rust and sediments  
Reduces unpleasant tastes and odors  
Reduces 99% chlorine  
20 micron, activated carbon  
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20 micron, granular activated carbon  
IIb. FXUVan organic chemical reduction filter  
cartridge  
500 gallons  
Reduces 95% of organic chemicals as  
specified on the Performance Data Sheet.  
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Reduces 99% chlorine  
20 micron, granular activated carbon  
IIc. FXULa lead/cyst filter cartridge  
1000 gallons  
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Reduces 99% lead  
Reduces 99% chlorine  
Absolute one micron carbon block  
Reduces 99.99% filterable cysts  
(such as cryptosporidium and giardia)  
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Reduces turbidity by 99%.  
Minimum - Maximum Supply Water Pressure — 40–125 pounds per square inch (psi)  
Minimum - Maximum Supply Water Temperature — 40–100°F.  
Inlet - Outlet — 3/8² NPT, fittings and tubing included  
Maximum Filtered Water Flow — 0.6 gpm  
Depending on the treatment needed for a specific water supply, the water filtration system can be customized using any  
combination of the preceding filter cartridges.  
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About the water filtration system.  
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Using the water filtration system and about the filter cartridge  
The countertop faucet dispenses filtered drinking water when opened. It has a hand-operated,  
spring-loaded closed lever to prevent waste. You can keep the faucet open by pushing upward on  
the lever to lock it against the faucet spout.  
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Filtered water faucet  
Lock  
open  
Open  
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Filter Cartridge Life—Several variables determine how long the cartridges will last in your water  
filter system. These include:  
How much water you use.  
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How much sediment, taste and/or odor, lead, or other unwanted substance, is in the water.  
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No matter which water filter system you have, you should replace the cartridges every six months,  
when indicated by the electronic indicator light on the base. In extremely poor water supplies,  
you may notice the return of the unwanted substance in your water before the six months are up.  
In this case the cartridges should be replaced immediately. If the system is also for lead or  
chemical contaminant removal, it is MORE IMPORTANT to replace the cartridges at least every six  
months.  
NOTE: If the water supply contains high amounts of sediments, the carbon filters may plug  
with them, reducing filtered water flow to the system faucet. Cartridge replacement is needed  
to restore flow.  
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Electronic Indicator Light—The electronic indicator light on the base of the faucet is a six month  
timer that shows you when to replace the filter cartridges. When the battery pack is first installed,  
the indicator light will light briefly to show that the electronics are operating. If this does not  
happen, the batteries may be installed backwards or the leadwires are not connected.  
After about six months, the indicator light begins to flash. It is time to replace the filter cartridges.  
When replacing the filter cartridges, also replace the batteries in the battery pack. Two “AA”  
batteries are required.  
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About the water filtration system.  
Filter Cartridge Installation or Replacement  
CAUTION: Never remove the sumps when water pressure is in the water filtration system.  
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Close the water supply/saddle valve to the filter. (See the Installation Instructions for saddle valve location.)  
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Press the vent valve on the top of the Filter I head to relieve the pressure in the system, or open the filtered  
water faucet.  
Remove the sump, using the sump wrench tool provided, from the filter head by rotating the sump as shown  
in the below illustration. Be careful, the sump may be full of water. Be sure to keep the large o-ring seal.  
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Bracket  
Vent valve  
Head  
Cartridge  
O-ring seal  
Sump  
Sump  
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TURN SUMP  
TO INSTALL  
Turn sump wrench tool  
provided clockwise  
TURN SUMP  
TO REMOVE  
Filter II  
Sump  
Filter I  
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3 If you are replacing a filter cartridge, remove and discard the used filter cartridge.  
Be sure the inside of the sump is clean. Thoroughly wash the inside of the sump with hot, soapy water and  
rinse.  
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Remove the wrapper from the new filter cartridge and insert the filter cartridge in the sump. Some  
cartridges fit either way, while others fit only one way. Observe markings on the cartridge.  
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NOTE: The water filtration system uses two different types of filter cartridges. Be sure to install them correctly.  
The sediment/taste and odor filter (FXUS) should always be placed in the Filter I sump.  
6 Lightly lubricate the o-ring seal in the sump with clean silicone grease. Be sure it is fully seated in its groove.  
Hold the sump up to the filter head, aligning the center hole in the cartridge with the protrusion on the  
bottom of the head.  
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8 Being careful not to cross-thread, rotate the sump onto the filter head and tighten securely by hand.  
NOTE: If the sump will not tighten up to the head, you may have the cartridge in upside down. Take the  
cartridge out and check for correct orientation.  
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Repeat steps 2 through 8 for Filter II.  
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Turn on the filtered water faucet. Then, slowly open the water supply/saddle valve and allow the filter  
housing to fill. While it is filling, press the filter vent valve to release air in the filter.  
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11 Close the filtered water faucet. Then check for leaks between the sump and the head.  
NOTE: If leaking, turn off the water supply and turn on the filtered water faucet, or press the vent valve to  
depressurize the filter. Disassemble the filter and check the o-ring for cuts, flat spots, etc., and sealing  
surfaces for foreign material. Clean the o-ring and lightly lubricate with clean silicone grease. Carefully press  
into the groove in the sump.  
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If you are replacing the batteries, remove, properly discard and install two new “AA” alkaline batteries in the  
battery pack. Removing the batteries or momentarily disconnecting the leadwires resets the six month  
electronic timer.  
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The filter cartridges contain activated carbon, a black powder. When new, turn on the filtered water faucet  
for ten minutes to allow the fine, harmless carbon particles to purge from the cartridge.  
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Flush Procedure  
Whenever water of unknown quality is passed through the GE water filtration system, filter elements  
should be discarded and the filtration system flushed.  
Circumstances that may require flushing the system are:  
Boil-water advisory.  
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Flooding of the GE water filtration system.  
Long-term non-use.  
The procedure for flushing the GE water filtration system is:  
See Filter Cartridge Replacement section and follow steps 1, 2, 3, and 4.  
Next, reinstall the sumps (without the filter elements), turn water on, and flush water through the  
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faucet for one minute.  
Then, turn water off, remove sumps, empty water out of sumps and install new filter elements.  
Follow steps 6–9 in the Filter Cartridge Replacement section to complete.  
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Before you call for service…  
Troubleshooting Tips  
Save time and money! Review the chart below  
first and you may not need to call for service.  
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Problem  
Possible Causes  
What To Do  
Water contains tiny  
black particles  
New filter cartridges contain    
activated carbon, which is a  
harmless black powder.  
Turn on the filterered water faucet and allow these  
harmless carbon particles to purge from the cartridge.  
Turn off the faucet when the water is clear.  
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Water has air bubbles  
and is cloudy  
Air in system after installation.  
Will go away after water runs for a while.  
Indicator light on the  
faucet base is flashing  
Six months usage has occurred.  
This is the maximum life of the  
filter cartridges.  
Replace both filter cartridges and batteries in the  
battery pack.  
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Indicator light on the  
faucet base is not working is not connected to the battery  
The faucet base leadwire  
Connect.  
pack leadwire.  
Batteries may need to be  
replaced or they may have been  
installed incorrectly.  
Observe orientation markings on the holder and install  
correctly. Replace batteries if they are old.  
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Leadwires damaged.  
Inspect and repair as needed.  
Chlorine taste and /or  
odor in the product water  
The filter cartridges are no  
longer removing chlorine  
from the water supply.  
Replace both filter cartridges and batteries in the  
battery pack.  
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GE, a name recognized worldwide for quality and dependability, offers you Service  
Protection Plus —comprehensive protection on all your appliances—No Matter  
What Brand!  
Benefits Include:  
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Well Cover Any Appliance.  
Anywhere. Anytime.*  
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Unlimited service calls  
All parts and labor costs included  
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One 800 number to call  
You will be completely satisfied with our service protection or you may request your money back  
on the remaining value of your contract. No questions asked. It’s that simple.  
Protect your refrigerator, dishwasher, washer and dryer, range, TV, VCR and much more—any brand!  
Plus there’s no extra charge for emergency service and low monthly financing is available. Even icemaker  
coverage and food spoilage protection is offered. You can rest easy knowing that all your valuable  
household products are protected against expensive repairs.  
Place your confidence in GE and call us in the U.S. toll-free at 800-626-2224  
for more information.  
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Warranty Registration Department  
P.O. Box 34070  
Louisville, KY 40232-4070  
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Consumer Product Ownership Registration  
Dear Customer:  
Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your  
confidence in us. We are proud to have you as a customer!  
Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment:  
Complete and mail  
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Read your Owner’s  
Manual carefully.  
It will help you  
operate your new  
appliance properly.  
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or need more  
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below, store this  
document in a safe  
place. It contains  
information you  
will need should  
Product Ownership  
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can contact you in  
the unlikely event of  
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you require service.  
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(800-452-2737).  
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GE Water Filtration System Warranty  
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All warranty service provided by our SmartWater™ Authorized Servicer Network.  
For service, call 800-GE-CARES.  
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For The Period Of:  
GE Will Replace, At No Charge To You:  
One Year  
From the date of the  
original purchase  
Any part of the Water Filtration System (excluding filters) which fails due to a defect in materials  
or workmanship. During this limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor  
(does not include service trip to home) to replace the defective part.  
What GE Will Not Cover:  
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Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the  
Filter cartridges or batteries.  
product.  
Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit  
breakers.  
Improper installation.  
Failure of the product if it is abused, misused, or used for  
other than the intended purpose or used commercially.  
Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods or  
acts of God.  
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Use of this product where water is microbiologically  
unsafe or of unknown quality, without adequate  
disinfection before or after the system. Systems certified  
for cyst reduction may be used on disinfected water that  
may contain filterable cysts.  
Incidental or consequential damage to personal property  
caused by possible defects with this appliance.  
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home  
use within the USA. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.  
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Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives  
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal  
rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your states Attorney General.  
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Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225  
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Service Telephone Numbers.  
GE Answer Center® 800.626.2000  
The GE Answer Center® is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  
In-Home Repair Service 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737)  
Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away.  
Special Needs Service 800.626.2000  
800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322)  
GE offers, free of charge, a brochure to assist in planning a barrier-free kitchen for persons  
with limited mobility.  
Service Contracts 800-626-2224  
Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect and you  
substantial discount. GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires.  
Parts and Accessories 800-626-2002  
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly  
to their homes (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted).  
Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing  
generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since  
improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.  
Service Satisfaction  
If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE:  
First, contact the people who serviced your appliance.  
Next, if you are still not pleased, write all the details  
Manager, Consumer Relations  
GE Appliances  
Appliance Park  
Louisville, KY 40225  
Finally, if your problem is still not resolved, write:  
Major Appliance Consumer Action Program  
20 North Wacker Drive  
Chicago, IL 60606  
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